Waivers and Policies

Waiver Policy

All participants must sign a Vertical Endeavors Liability Waiver and Rules Agreement. A signed waiver is required for all participants, climbers and spectators in order to enter the gym. Participants 18 years old (or older) must present a valid photo ID to a Vertical Endeavors staff member after submitting these forms to verify their information. Participants under 18 years old must have the form signed by their parent or court-appointed legal guardian.

Vertical Endeavors requires all customers and members to fill out a new waiver every two years.

Any waiver filled out online will expire if not confirmed at a facility within 60 days of submission.

Speed up the process by filling out an Online Waiver prior to your visit!

NOTE: To complete your Online Waiver, you must click on the link emailed to you after completing the form. After you have clicked and confirmed this emailed link, a PDF copy of your waiver will be sent to your email and the Vertical Endeavors location you selected.

Vertical Endeavors is currently closed.

Vertical Endeavors is closed due to COVID-19. We will be closed until the Government mandated closures are lifted. There will be no staff available to address member change requests, make party reservations, etc. during the closure.

Members: No one will be billed until all member change requests have been processed after we reopen. All memberships are currently on a free hold and will be extended due to the closure.

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Jeff Acasio

Climbing Since: 2000

At VE Since: 2013

About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.

Hometown: Lakeland, MN

Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering

Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)

What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.

Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!

Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!

Sarah Wiehe

Climbing Since: I was 8 years old.

At VE Since: 2014

About Me: I am a caregiver meaning I do in home care for seniors. I enjoy photography and making homemade cards. I spend lots of time with my boyfriend, family, and friends.

Hometown: Roseville, MN

Favorite Type of Climbing: Top Rope

Favorite Climbing Area: Rummy Rocks, New Hampshire

What I Love About Climbing: It is a full body sport it. I love that I always have things I can improve. I also like the social part of climbing and how it brings people together, whether that be climbing indoor or outside. Climbing is a stress reliever for me.

Interesting Facts: I have traveled to South Korea, Jamaica, and many places in the US. I also have a lot of food allergies!

Sadie Waite

Climbing Since: 2011

At VE Since: 2015

About Me: I like animals and rocks.

Hometown: West Fargo, ND

Favorite Type of Climbing: Techy face climbing

Favorite Climbing Area: Wild Iris in Lander, WY

What I Love About Climbing: It takes you to a lot of really neat places. Climbing challenges you both physically and mentally.

Other Interests: Downhill skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and water skiing

Interesting Facts: I’m color blind, which sometimes makes it difficult for me to follow routes in the gym!

Mariah Hanson

Climbing Since: 2000

At VE Since: 2013

About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.

Hometown: Lakeland, MN

Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering

Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)

What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.

Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!

Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!

Krista Mathes

Climbing Since: 2000

At VE Since: 2013

About Me: I trained on the VE Competitive Climb Team through high school, competed at the USAC SCS National Championships twice, and am now the Head Team Coach at VE St. Paul. I went to school for massage therapy at CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic in St. Louis Park, MN. I am hoping to own a massage business in the future.

Hometown: Lakeland, MN

Favorite Type of Climbing: Sport & Bouldering

Favorite Climbing Area: Red Wing, MN (Great views!)

What I Love About Climbing: I quite enjoy that climbing is both mentally stimulating (problem solving) and physically challenging (a great workout). Life is so fast paced and climbing is a constant in my life; it keeps me grounded and focused.

Other interests: Fitness, traveling, hair and skincare, hiking/backpacking, camping, and recently I have sparked an interest in Triathlons!

Interesting Facts: I can unicycle and I love to cook!

Tony Mansourian

Climbing Since: 2013

At VE Since: 2017

About Me: I like teaching and I like climbing, so working with Climb Team is a natural fit for me. I love working with our team kids and watching them grow and get more engaged with the sport. Plus, I like having people do what I say.

Hometown: Golden Valley, MN

Favorite Type of Climbing: Indoor Trad Solo

What I Love About Climbing: It is a chance to yell and show off my muscles in a socially-acceptable way.

Other Interests: Photography, snowboarding, travel, and reading

Interesting Facts: I learned to rock climb in Japan and I learned to use chopsticks in America.

Gabe Olson

Climbing Since: 2008

At VE Since: 2014

About Me: I’m a movement nerd when it comes to climbing. I want to know why and how I or other climbers can move as efficiency as possible. I’ve often say there are many more strong climbers then good climbers. I want to learn to be both!

Hometown: Grand Forks, ND

Favorite Type of Climbing: Hard Top rope. It’s too good. I’m able to just focus everything on the movement and rock, instead of having to stop and clip or worry about my fall.

Favorite Climbing Area: I have a soft spot for our local choss pile, Red Wing. But outside of MN, I would probably say Moab, Utah.

What I Love About Climbing: The complexity rock or holds on a wall can provide and how every climber interacts with the climbs slightly different.

General Rules

Anyone entering the Facility must have a signed/completed “Vertical Endeavors Release of all Claims, Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnification Agreement, Rules Agreement and General Warnings” form on file.

Members and guests under the age of 18 must have the Form signed by their parent or court-appointed legal guardian.

Everyone must check in at the front counter before entering the climbing area. Members must show a counter employee their membership card and picture ID when entering.

Before using the Auto Belays, Bouldering, Belaying, Lead Climbing or Lead Belaying, you must be checked out by a Vertical Endeavors staff member. You will be given a wristband when you check in. Upon passing the qualication, the staff will remove the wristband and will enter your name in our database as qualied for that activity.

Warning: Wristbands removed by the climber may result in loss of climbing privileges.

Vertical Endeavors is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment free from discrimination, harassment and other behavior deemed offensive. Discrimination, harassment and offensive behavior in the facility isprohibited. Such behavior, includes, but is not limited to, inappropriate remarks or conduct related to a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or age. Any such behavior that hasthe purpose or effect of interfering with the use of VE’s facilities is strictly prohibited. Likewise, verbal or physical conduct or communications of a sexual nature are strictly prohibited. Conduct of a sexual nature includes but is notlimited to use of sexual words, sexual jokes, sexual innuendo, sexual advances, request for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or making or displaying images of a sexual nature

Members and guests 18 (or older) must present a valid photo ID upon submitting their “VE Liability Waiver and Rules Agreement”.

Members may be required to show a counter employee their membership card and ID upon entering the facility.

Everyone must check in at the front counter before entering the climbing facility.

All members and guests are required to participate in a Facility Orientation during their initial visit or re-take if they have not visited the facility in the past 120 days.

All members and guests must comply with the judgment, direction and decisions of the VE staff members on duty.

Only rock climbing equipment approved by VE staff is to be used in the climbing facility.

Rock climbing instruction is not allowed in the facility (except by VE staff).

No rock climbing or other activities are allowed while under the influence of intoxicating or mood altering substances.

Children under the age of 14 must be supervised by an adult unless they are part of a special VE program.

Absolutely no horseplay, running, swinging or spinning on the ropes or throwing rubber, is allowed.

Climbing with cellular phones, audio players, headphones or similar devices is prohibited while belaying and climbing.

Only appropriate climbing footwear will be permitted on climbing surfaces (rock climbing shoes or athletic shoes are recommended).

No bare feet are allowed in any VE facility (except in the locker rooms).

Members and guests must have appropriate clothing on at all times – shirts must be worn in the facility (except in the locker rooms).

Helmets are available for free for those that desire to use one.

No snacks, food or beverage (except bottled water) are allowed in the climbing areas.

Only chalk balls are allowed. No loose chalk is allowed.

Vertical Endeavors is not responsible for lost, stolen or broken items.

Overnight parking at any VE facility is prohibited. Your car may be towed by building management at your
expense.

General Warnings:

Climbing on any artificial climbing wall may result in falls and/or injuries. By participating in any activities in any VE facility the participant agrees and understands that they assume all risks for their actions. Your voluntary participation in activities sponsored by Vertical Endeavors has INHERENT RISKS that can result in serious injury or death. Injuries may also include twists, strains, sprains, dislocations, etc.

Inherent risks may include, but are not limited to the following:

Padded landing surfaces may help to prevent injuries but are not designed to prevent injuries to extremities. Serious injuries can occur on any landing surface. Climb at your own risk!

VE Kids Play Areas are not supervised by Vertical Endeavors staff. Children playing in these areas should not be left unattended.

Auto Belay Rules

All customers using the Auto Belays must be oriented to the proper use of this system. Orientation will allow you to use only the Auto Belays until you have passed the regular top rope belay check-out. It is the climber’s responsibility to properly clip into the Auto Belay and to perform the proper double checks on themselves. Always “DOUBLE CLIP”! Always “DOUBLE CHECK”! Stay in line with top anchor. NEVER CLIMB INTO SLACK!

Children under the age of 12 must be supervised and connected to the Auto Belays by an adult.

Using Auto Belays to climb cracks is not allowed due to safety concerns.

NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.

Bouldering Rules

Bouldering is only allowed over padded areas. Do not boulder under roped climbers. Bouldering is not allowed next to, above or across the emergency door area. It is recommended to have a minimum of one spotter per climber when bouldering. When Bouldering, the Boulderer’s feet shall not pass above a height on the wall that is equivalent to the height of the shoulders of the Boulderer when standing on the floor. A climber’s voluntary participation in Bouldering indicates their acknowledgment that Bouldering is dangerous and that a spotter may not prevent injuries. Spotters understand that they may be injured by the Boulderer if they should fall. Padded landing surfaces may help to prevent injuries but are not designed to prevent injuries to extremities. Serious injuries can occur on any landing surface. Climb at your own risk!

Only authorized participants may climb or boulder on the walls. Authorization must be obtained by demonstrating the appropriate skills to an appointed member of the staff on duty in the facility.

NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.

Belaying Rules

All belayers and climbers agree to utilize proper belaying technique and agree to DOUBLE CHECK their set-up before beginning the climb. The belayer will check the climber’s gear and knots, and the climber will check the belayer’s system and exchange confirmation that the set-up is correct. This is most important and must be performed at the start of each and every climb!

The belayer must pay attention to the climber at all times.

Children must be 14 or older in order to belay (Exceptions by arrangement only.)

NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.

Lead Climbing Rules

Lead climbing at Vertical Endeavors is a privilege. Lead climbers that do not abide by the Lead climbing rules will be warned and Leading privileges may be taken away. Practice lead falls are not allowed in the facility except in lessons supervised by Vertical Endeavors staff. All Lead climbers must have a VE lead climbing tag on their harness.

Children must be 16 or older to Lead Belay or Lead Climb (Exceptions by arrangement only.)

NOTE: Any infractions of the above rules will result in loss of privileges for that event. Repeated infractions will result in loss of membership privileges.